Travelling from Panama City to Orlando: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Panama City. Check out your options departing from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) or Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB) when organising your flight from Panama City to Orlando.
Hop off the plane at Orlando International Airport (MCO), the chief entry point to Orlando.
The average length of a direct Panama City to Orlando flight is 3 hours 30 minutes.
Orlando is one hour ahead of Panama City and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
With 39 flights a week between the two airports, Tocumen International Airport (PTY) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) is the most popular route. Board the first flight from Panama City to Orlando with Copa Airlines at 07:46. If you prefer to make the most of your day before flying, the latest departure from PTY to MCO is with Copa Airlines at 18:37.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to catch your Panama City to Orlando flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Panama City to Orlando
To score cheap Panama City to Orlando flights, book your journey five months ahead of your departure.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Panama City to Orlando is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Panama City
Tocumen International Airport (PTY)
Take off from Tocumen International Airport (PTY) on a nonstop flight from Panama City to Orlando. From PTY, you can fly straight to Orlando International Airport (MCO).
Check out the deals with Copa Airlines. This airline offers direct Panama City to Orlando plane tickets out of PTY.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper Panama City to Orlando flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Tocumen International Airport. Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Reina Beatrix International Airport (AUA)
The journey from central Panama City to PTY takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near Tocumen International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Panama City to Orlando or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Tocumen International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 86.03% of flights that depart PTY land on time.
Panama Pacifico Airport (BLB)
Get the most out of your holiday with a stopover on your Panama City to Orlando flight. Visit family or friends or cross another city off your list. Whatever you want to do, check out these options between Panama Pacifico Airport and Orlando:
El Dorado International Airport (BOG)
Jose Maria Cordova International Airport (MDE)
Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
Driving from central Panama City to BLB typically takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. It's around 11 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.
Get a head start on your holiday with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Panama City to Orlando, kick back in one of these hotels near Panama Pacifico Airport:
Flights from Panama Pacifico Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 87% of them landing on schedule.
Arriving in Orlando
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The distance from Orlando International Airport (MCO) to central Orlando is roughly 14 kilometres. It'll take you around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Reserve a hotel close to MCO if you have a late flight from Panama City to Orlando. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Orlando International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sonic, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Orlando's main sights.
Booking your ride from Orlando International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
You'll find MCO at One Airport Boulevard.
Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB)
Once your flight from Panama City to Orlando has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 35 minutes by car. Central Orlando is approximately 31 kilometres from Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB).
You can expect the journey to take about 2 hours 5 minutes on public transport.
The quickest way to reach your destination is with an Orlando Sanford International Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Dollar, Hertz or Budget and get going in the blink of an eye.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from SFB one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Orlando
July is the busiest month for flights from Panama City to Orlando. To skip the crowds, visit Orlando in May.
Before locking in your Panama City to Orlando tickets, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Orlando, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from Panama City to Orlando in January when temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Orlando
Start your Orlando trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Panama City to Orlando, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Universal Orlando Resort, Universal's Islands of Adventure and Lake Eola Park are essential stops on your Orlando itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Orlando. Around 209 kilometres to the north, top sights here include Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Miami is another sought-after destination in United States and is around 338 kilometres south of Orlando. No journey is complete without experiencing Wynwood Walls, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens and American Airlines Arena.